Posted Breed: Chihuahua / Jack Russell Terrier (Parson Russell Terrier) / Mixed (short coat). Porkchop was rescued from a hoarding case in December of 2013 and is STILL waiting for his forever home. He was rescued from an owner that had over 30 small dogs - many of them being severely ill, malnourished and under socialized -in a small studio apartment. Porkchop has is about 5-6 years old and had not had nearly any human interaction before he was rescued by us.
When he first arrived in our care, he trembled in the presence of humans and hid in a corner. We were unable to pick him up or handle him without experienced help. But, with the constant work and support from several foster homes, Porkchop has been making tremendous progress! He gets along GREAT with other dogs, and would probably do well in a home with other dogs and/or cats to make him feel more secure. His foster mom can now successfully leash him and take him or a walk, pick him up and sit with him on the couch, and pet him. He is trained to go potty on puppy training potty pads indoors, and will also go outside (we let him out in a fenced in backyard). He is still very shy and will most likely be that way for the rest of his life, but with a loving owner that he can trust, he will slowly begin to come out of his shell. Watching him grow and experience new things is extremely rewarding. Please consider adding this little man to your home; he is one of our favorites!
For updates on his progress, visit "The Adventures of Porkchop" on Facebook!
If you are interested in adopting Porkchop, please go to our website at www.castawaypetrescue.org and fill out an adoption application. An adoption counselor will contact you. Please bring any dogs, children, and decision makers to your appointment. Be prepared to adopt and take your new family member home that day if we have a match.
Please note that adoption counselors will only know of your interest if you submit an application. They do not see emails sent to the administration email account. The adoption counselor can answer your questions when they call after receiving your application. Please remember we are an all volunteer organization.
Minimum Adoption Donation is $250.00 (includes deworming, microchip with free registration, age appropriate vaccinations, spay if performed by our vet, 30 days of health insurance). Any donation above the minimum is appreciated
Our organization uses 24PetWatch microchips, which include free registration into the 24PetWatch pet recovery service. For more information visit www.24petwatch.com or call 1-866-597-2424

Chihuahua Mix

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Posted Breed: Beagle / Mixed (short coat). This Cutie is Moose and he is adorable! Moose is a 3mth old beagle mix that loves everyone! Moose loves to cuddle but also has his fun side too! Moose is learning his kennel manners and is kenneled during the day and at night. Moose is looking for a fun family with a yard to play in... Could that be you!!???
If you are interested in adopting, please go to our website at www.castawaypetrescue.org and fill out an adoption application. An adoption counselor will contact you. Please bring any dogs, children, and decision makers to your appointment. Be prepared to adopt and take your new family member home that day if we have a match. Please note that adoption counselors will only know of your interest if you submit an application. They do not see emails sent to the administration email account. The adoption counselor can answer your questions when they call after receiving your application. Please remember we are an all volunteer organization.
Minimum Adoption Donation is $350 (includes deworming, microchip with free registration, age appropriate vaccinations, spay/neuter if performed by our vet, 30 days of health insurance). Any donation above the minimum is appreciated.
Foster Home Location: Wonder Lake, IL
Our organization uses 24PetWatch microchips, which include free registration into the 24PetWatch pet recovery service. For more information visit www.24petwatch.com or call 1-866-597-2424 . To help reduce the financial and health risk, this dog also comes with 30 days of pre-paid pet health insurance. For more information please visit www.sheltercare.com or call 1-866-375-PETS .

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Posted Breed: Beagle / Mixed (short coat). This Cutie is Jelly, she is a 3mth old beagle mix! Jelly is sweet and outgoing little puppy that loves to cuddle in her down time as well! She is working on her kennel training currently and is doing well. Jelly would love a family with a yard to run and play in... Could that be you!??
If you are interested in adopting, please go to our website at www.castawaypetrescue.org and fill out an adoption application. An adoption counselor will contact you. Please bring any dogs, children, and decision makers to your appointment. Be prepared to adopt and take your new family member home that day if we have a match. Please note that adoption counselors will only know of your interest if you submit an application. They do not see emails sent to the administration email account. The adoption counselor can answer your questions when they call after receiving your application. Please remember we are an all volunteer organization.
Minimum Adoption Donation is $350 (includes deworming, microchip with free registration, age appropriate vaccinations, spay/neuter if performed by our vet, 30 days of health insurance). Any donation above the minimum is appreciated.
Foster Home Location: Wonder Lake, IL
Our organization uses 24PetWatch microchips, which include free registration into the 24PetWatch pet recovery service. For more information visit www.24petwatch.com or call 1-866-597-2424 . To help reduce the financial and health risk, this dog also comes with 30 days of pre-paid pet health insurance. For more information please visit www.sheltercare.com or call 1-866-375-PETS .

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Posted Breed: Beagle / Boxer / Mixed (short coat). This Cutie is Smore's! She is about a 1yr old Beagle/Boxer mix is our best guess, All we know is she's adorable!! She has been in her foster home with other dogs and kids and has done good with both, She does get excited around the kids but calms down and loves to be pet! She has seen the cats in the home and seems to be a little to interested in them so a home without cats would probably be best. Smore's would love a backyard to run around in and chase the squirrels around, she would do best with a fenced in yard or would need to be on a leash. She is crate trained and does good in her kennel while her foster parents are at work. Smore's would do best in a home that would like to continue her training since she is a young girl eager to please! She is looking for the perfect family could that be you..????
If you are interested in adopting, please go to our website at www.castawaypetrescue.org and fill out an adoption application. An adoption counselor will contact you. Please bring any dogs, children, and decision makers to your appointment. Be prepared to adopt and take your new family member home that day if we have a match. Please note that adoption counselors will only know of your interest if you submit an application. They do not see emails sent to the administration email account. The adoption counselor can answer your questions when they call after receiving your application. Please remember we are an all volunteer organization.
Minimum Adoption Donation is $250 (includes deworming, microchip with free registration, age appropriate vaccinations, spay/neuter if performed by our vet, 30 days of health insurance). Any donation above the minimum is appreciated.
Foster Home Location: Wonder Lake, IL
Our organization uses 24PetWatch microchips, which include free registration into the 24PetWatch pet recovery service. For more information visit www.24petwatch.com or call 1-866-597-2424 . To help reduce the financial and health risk, this dog also comes with 30 days of pre-paid pet health insurance. For more information please visit www.sheltercare.com or call 1-866-375-PETS .

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Posted Breed: Yellow Labrador Retriever / Mixed (short coat). Hi I'm Yeager I got that name from the street I was found on . When no one came for me castaway pet rescue was able to put me in a foster home with 3 lab foster brothers . They are older so don't find my young lab energy as cute as I do , but they tolerate me . I love to cuddle on the couch . And only bark when you get home because I'm so excited to see you!. I am working hard on my manors and do get crated when I am left home alone and I might add am very quiet ! . I am potty trained already . And would love an active family ! Ohhhhh how I would love to take walks or runs and have people to love me the way I can love them ! I promise to be a good boy!
~~If you are interested in adopting, please go to our website at www.castawaypetrescue.org and fill out an adoption application. An adoption counselor will contact you. Please bring any dogs, children, and decision makers to your appointment. Be prepared to adopt and take your new family member home that day if we have a match.
Please note that adoption counselors will only know of your interest if you submit an application. They do not see emails sent to the administration email account. The adoption counselor can answer your questions when they call after receiving your application. Please remember we are an all volunteer organization.
Minimum Adoption Donation is $250 (includes deworming, microchip with free registration, age appropriate vaccinations, spay/neuter if performed by our vet, 30 days of health insurance). Any donation above the minimum is appreciated
Foster Home Location: Ingleside, IL
Our organization uses 24PetWatch microchips, which include free registration into the 24PetWatch pet recovery service. For more information visit www.24petwatch.com or call 1-866-597-2424.
To help reduce the financial and health risk, this dog also comes with 30 days of pre-paid pet health insurance. For more information please visit www.sheltercare.com or call 1-866-375-PETS.

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Posted Breed: Chihuahua / Mixed (short coat). This Cute little man is Antonio! Antonio came from a hoarding situation down in Kentucky so has not had the best living environment for most of his life. He is coming along well at his foster's house he currently lives with other dogs, cats and 2 kids and does good. Antonio can be shy when first meeting but once he comes around he loves cuddling in your lap and following you around the house, he even has cute little spaz moments where he jumps around! He would love a home that understands at first he will be shy but comes around and will love you unconditionally! They are working on his potty training and are coming along great! Antonio is looking for his special home...Could that be you!!???
If you are interested in adopting, please go to our website at www.castawaypetrescue.org and fill out an adoption application. An adoption counselor will contact you. Please bring any dogs, children, and decision makers to your appointment. Be prepared to adopt and take your new family member home that day if we have a match. Please note that adoption counselors will only know of your interest if you submit an application. They do not see emails sent to the administration email account. The adoption counselor can answer your questions when they call after receiving your application. Please remember we are an all volunteer organization.
Minimum Adoption Donation is $250 (includes deworming, microchip with free registration, age appropriate vaccinations, spay/neuter if performed by our vet, 30 days of health insurance). Any donation above the minimum is appreciated
Foster Home Location: Wonder Lake, IL
Our organization uses 24PetWatch microchips, which include free registration into the 24PetWatch pet recovery service. For more information visit www.24petwatch.com or call 1-866-597-2424. To help reduce the financial and health risk, this dog also comes with 30 days of pre-paid pet health insurance. For more information please visit www.sheltercare.com or call 1-866-375-PETS.

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Posted Breed: American Staffordshire Terrier / Mixed (short coat). Meet Amelia! She is a gorgeous tiny one and a half year old girl weighing in at 39 pounds. Her favorite activates are playing with her toys, chasing a ball around the yard, chewing on bones, sticking her head out the window on car rides, and best of all CUDDLING! Amelia is a very smart girl and is eager to please. She loves to meet new people and is working on her doggie edict. She does not do well with cats. Amelia is fully house and crate trained. If you are looking for a cute cuddle bug, Amelia is your girl!
If you are interested in adopting, please go to our website at www.castawaypetrescue.org and fill out an adoption application. An adoption counselor will contact you. Please bring any dogs, children, and decision makers to your appointment. Be prepared to adopt and take your new family member home that day if we have a match.
Please note that adoption counselors will only know of your interest if you submit an application. They do not see emails sent to the administration email account. The adoption counselor can answer your questions when they call after receiving your application. Please remember we are an all volunteer organization.
Minimum Adoption Donation is $250 (includes deworming, microchip with free registration, age appropriate vaccinations, spay/neuter if performed by our vet, 30 days of health insurance). Any donation above the minimum is appreciated
Foster Home Location: Crystal Lake, IL
Our organization uses 24PetWatch microchips, which include free registration into the 24PetWatch pet recovery service. For more information visit www.24petwatch.com or call 1-866-597-2424.
To help reduce the financial and health risk, this dog also comes with 30 days of pre-paid pet health insurance. For more information please visit www.sheltercare.com or call 1-866-375-PETS.

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Posted Breed: Shiba Inu / Miniature Pinscher / Mixed (short coat). Hot Savings Sale?!?! $100 off adoption fee for Month of July/August!
Meet Dakota! Due to health reasons, his parents had to move into a nursing home and unfortunately they do not accept dogs. Dakota is a 7 yr old male min pin mix. He weights 30 pounds and is neutered, micro chipped, and current on shots. Dakota is a sweet dog once he gets to know you. He has been with his family his whole life and needs someone to be patient with him. He gets a little nervous around strangers and would fit well in a home with older adults without young kids. Once he gets to know you, he will never leave your side and will always be laying next to you. Could you give this faithful companion the forever home he needs? Fill out an application today!
If you are interested in adopting, please go to our website at www.castawaypetrescue.org and fill out an adoption application. An adoption counselor will contact you. Please bring any dogs, children, and decision makers to your appointment. Be prepared to adopt and take your new family member home that day if we have a match.
Please note that adoption counselors will only know of your interest if you submit an application. They do not see emails sent to the administration email account. The adoption counselor can answer your questions when they call after receiving your application. Please remember we are an all volunteer organization.
Minimum Adoption Donation was $250 now $150 (includes deworming, microchip with free registration, age appropriate vaccinations, spay/neuter if performed by our vet, 30 days of health insurance). Any donation above the minimum is appreciated
Foster Home Location: Palatine, IL
Our organization uses 24PetWatch microchips, which include free registration into the 24PetWatch pet recovery service. For more information visit www.24petwatch.com or call 1-866-597-2424.
To help reduce the financial and health risk, this dog also comes with 30 days of pre-paid pet health insurance. For more information please visit www.sheltercare.com or call 1-866-375-PETS.

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Posted Breed: American Bulldog / Mastiff / Mixed (short coat). HOT SAVINGS SALE! SAVE $100 OFF ADOPTION FEE FOR THE MONTHS OF JULY/AUGUST!
Meet Tigger. He is a 6/7 year old male Mastiff/American Bulldog weighing 92 lbs. He's one big happy boy! He loves naps and car rides, but also enjoys playtime. He has lived with a Chihuahua before but seems selective with his doggie friends while at adoption events. He does well for his toenail trims. Tigger is very strong and will need an owner that can handle his size and strength on a leash. We know Tigger is good with small dogs, but we are not sure of bigger size ones. Cats he is perfect with. At the end of the day this boy is a total love and would be happy to lounge with you on the couch and enjoy cuddles. He's been kid tested and mother approved (and he likes dads too).
If you are interested in adopting, please go to our website at www.castawaypetrescue.org and fill out an adoption application. An adoption counselor will contact you. Please bring any dogs, children, and decision makers to your appointment. Be prepared to adopt and take your new family member home that day if we have a match.
Please note that adoption counselors will only know of your interest if you submit an application. They do not see emails sent to the administration email account. The adoption counselor can answer your questions when they call after receiving your application. Please remember we are an all volunteer organization.
Minimum Adoption Donation is $250 now $150 (includes deworming, microchip with free registration, age appropriate vaccinations, spay/neuter). Any donation above the minimum is appreciated
Foster Home Location: Waukesha, WI
Our organization uses 24PetWatch microchips, which include free registration into the 24PetWatch pet recovery service. For more information visit www.24petwatch.com or call 1-866-597-2424.
To help reduce the financial and health risk, this dog also comes with 30 days of pre-paid pet health insurance. For more information please visit www.sheltercare.com or call 1-866-375-PETS.

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Posted Breed: Beagle. Meet Dexter, the cutest little beagle you’ll ever meet! Dex is one of Castaway's Research Beagles. He served the community by helping to make products safe for people. He is now retired from research and is looking for a forever home outside of the lab. He is 5 years old, current on his vaccinations, and is crate trained.
Dexter is a very sweet guy, but he has a special need. He was recently diagnosed with a unique form of epilepsy. He doesn't know what's happening to himself when he has a seizure, and can get aggressive during one of his episodes. Thankfully, the medication is helping and epilepsy is something that can be managed easily with fairly inexpensive medication.
Dex is looking for that special someone that has the patience and understanding to keep him on the right track with his meds. He would really thrive in a quiet home with no other dogs or small children.
If you are interested in adopting, please go to our website at www.castawaypetrescue.org and fill out an application. An adoption counselor will contact you. Please bring any dogs, children, and decision makers to your appointment. Be prepared to adopt and take your new family member home that day if we have a match.
Please remember we are an all volunteer organization. The adoption counselor can answer your questions when they call after receiving your application. Please note that adoption counselors will only know of your interest if you submit an application. They do not see emails sent to the administration email account.
Minimum Adoption Donation is: Negotiable for the right home (includes deworming, microchip with free registration, age appropriate vaccinations, neuter/spay and 30 days of health insurance). Any donation above the minimum is appreciated.
Foster Home Location: Lake County, IL

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Posted Breed: Pit Bull Terrier / Chocolate Labrador Retriever (short coat). Linus is a 6 years young pit mix. He is a gentle giant that is looking for a loving forever home. His size may be big...but his heart is bigger!!! He just wants to be close to you and share your life with you. He has lived with children and is very good with them, but would prefer older children that have less energy like him. He has lived with another dog in the past, but now in his life he would prefer ALL of your attention and really doesn't want to share his time that he has with you with another dog. He is looking for a big fenced in yard that he can run and play in. He loves to relax in the grass on a beautiful day. He will play ball with you all day, if you let him. He would also love a nice couch to curl up on with you and a big bed to share with you. Linus is not a barker...he will cry or yawn, but he just doesn't like to bark. Linus, by far is an amazing dog that has so much to offer and is hoping to find his forever home. Currently living in Oak Lawn, IL If you are interested in adopting, please go to our website at www.castawaypetrescue.org and fill out an adoption application. An adoption counselor will contact you. Please bring any dogs, children, and decision makers to your appointment. Be prepared to adopt and take your new family member home that day if we have a match. Please note that adoption counselors will only know of your interest if you submit an application. They do not see emails sent to the administration email account. The adoption counselor can answer your questions when they call after receiving your application. Please remember we are an all volunteer organization. Minimum Adoption Donation is $250 (includes deworming, microchip with free registration, age appropriate vaccinations, spay if performed by our vet, 30 days of health insurance). Any donation above the minimum is appreciated. Our organization uses 24PetWatch microchips, which include free registration into the 24PetWatch pet recovery service. For more information visit www.24petwatch.com or call 1-866-597-2424. To help reduce the financial and health risk, this dog also comes with 30 days of pre-paid pet health insurance. For more information please visit www.sheltercare.com or call 1-866-375-PETS.